Scallion Pancakes
Crisp, flaky Chinese scallion pancakes made with a hot-water dough, fragrant sesame oil, and a generous layer of fresh scallions. Baking simplifies the classic technique while preserving its shattering layers and savory flavor.
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Crisp golden spring rolls filled with savory pork, tender cabbage, carrot, and shiitake mushrooms, served hot with a bright dipping sauce.
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Cooking the filling until nearly dry concentrates the savory flavor and protects the thin wrappers from becoming soggy. A hot, steady fry creates the crackly exterior while the aromatic filling stays juicy.
Cool fried rolls completely, refrigerate in a covered container for up to 3 days, and keep the dipping sauce refrigerated separately. For make-ahead preparation, refrigerate assembled unfried rolls for up to 8 hours on a parchment-lined tray, covered lightly so the wrappers do not dry out.
Reheat refrigerated fried rolls in a 200°C oven or air fryer for 6 to 10 minutes, turning once, until hot and crisp. Do not microwave, as the wrappers become soft.